AWNMR - Akl Wednesday Night Mentor Ride

[Morcs]

Ill be there, handing out bad advice, and chatting up any chicks within a 2 mile radius. :yes:

[Chaosmage]

AHHH finally wheelies....:gob: I heard I will break my chain:yes: Just kidding,I have been practising :done:

Does this mean its wheelie practise this week??

[Disco Dan]

Ill be there, handing out bad advice, and chatting up any chicks within a 2 mile radius. :yes:

OI you! Im watching you!!! :nono:

hehe, is your flatemate still single??? :innocent:


Does this mean its wheelie practise this week??

No! Looks like a wet one though! A great oppurtunity to try emergency braking on painted lines!!! ...oh wait, MDU thats your job ay? ;)

[Kittyhawk]

Ill be there, handing out bad advice, and chatting up any chicks within a 2 mile radius. :yes:

Deary Me!!

[Blondini]

I hope it stops raining or I am too chicken:yes:

[Disco Dan]

I hope it stops raining or I am too chicken:yes:

Why dont you get one of these trendy hats? :innocent: ....you will be fine! It will be good for us to do this in the wet this time, you will learn heaps! and will be confidence building!

[Blondini]

Why dont you get one of these trendy hats? :innocent: ....you will be fine! It will be good for us to do this in the wet this time, you will learn heaps! and will be confidence building!

Really truly I do not have the nerve ,I Imagine it to be like ice skating on wheels.

[Big Dog]

No! Looks like a wet one though! A great oppurtunity to try emergency braking on painted lines!!! ...oh wait, MDU thats your job ay? ;)
IMHO evasive manouvers and cornering in the wet need to be under the belt before emergency braking.
I base this on if you have no bike stability in the wet all the practice at braking in the world will do you no good.

In the wet you are more likely to take a corner than need an emergency stop.
On the other hand if it gets a bit twisted it pays to know how to straigten up before you give it a go live.

If you know how to turn in a hurry in the wet that will get you around a lot more trouble than you are likely to stop in.

If all goes well we can try some emergency stops in the wet when the tyres are warmer, but I would prefer to see some people showing some confidence and skills before we launch into wet weather braking practice.

Wet weather braking practice for me involves a carpark, a repeatable speed, and seeing how many spaces I can stop in.
Eg go around once at 50kmph and execute a no hurry stop from a landmark.
Note how many spaces that took and repeating trying to stop one space shorter everytime.
The big difference between dry and wet braking is that you still pull the lever just as hard, you just have to be more progressive about it.
Being progressive properly will heat the discs quickly and load the shocks properly. These are not so important in the dry where there is plenty of grip and tyres and brakes retain the temperature quite well.
In the wet these return to ambient very quickly.

If you only ever practice grabbing a fistful that will be your first reaction in an incident, even if there is a better exit strategy.
In the wet this will in many cases lock the front wheel, and the same attitude will lock the rear.

If you know how to be progressive, smooth and the difference between a exit and shit must stop you can brake really hard, with practice even when tipped in (do not try this until you have done braking in the wet often).


In the wet you have a lot more control than most bikers realise, you just have to be smooth enough to take full advantage of the grip you paid all that money for.

Don't believe me? Take the time to find out slowly.:Punk:

[Big Dog]

Really truly I do not have the nerve ,I Imagine it to be like ice skating on wheels.
You can do it so long as you stay smooth and don't rush anything.

When I was on an L plate I rode as often as I could in the wet figuring that if I could ride in the wet I could ride any time.
Personally I think this is why even at an enthusiastic pace or under hard braking most pillions complain that I was taking it too easy.

In the beginning I found the best way to get a good smooth action was to sing cheesy little ditties.
Takes your mind off the perceived danger and allows you to focus on the events around you. Songs you like are not such a good idea as you lose track of what you are doing.
A motocross riding friend who taught me the basics of riding said that was how he focused during the start and in the mud. It helped me a lot, try it. If it does not help try something else. Someone else I mentioned it to likes to recite his times tables. After a while when your confidence has improved you will stop without noticing.

[Ixion]

Um. Let us just bear in mind that many of the "learner" type bikes have tyres as standard that are very shitty in the wet.

[Big Dog]

Um. Let us just bear in mind that many of the "learner" type bikes have tyres as standard that are very shitty in the wet.

Exactly why I propose we don't go straight into braking in the wet.
However if they can ride those tyres in the wet they can ride any tire in the dry.

[Morcs]

I will be there tonight, even in pissing rain.

My riding yesterday was extremely reckless, in the rain too, I had 7 potential death causing incidents, from oil on the road, white lines, and my own carelessness weaving in and out of traffic on the motorway at very high speeds...

I could do with talking about safe riding, calm me down a bit... otherwise everytime I have serious personal issues and jump on a bike, it could be the last time I do.

Confession over. I need a hug and a beer.

[Disco Dan]

I will be there tonight, even in pissing rain.

My riding yesterday was extremely reckless, in the rain too, I had 7 potential death causing incidents, from oil on the road, white lines, and my own carelessness weaving in and out of traffic on the motorway at very high speeds...

I could do with talking about safe riding, calm me down a bit... otherwise everytime I have serious personal issues and jump on a bike, it could be the last time I do.

Confession over. I need a hug and a beer.

geesh mate!

I was always told that the road is a giant cheese grater... and your a block of cheese!

I cant help with a hug, but as for beer..... im sure one of the mentors could give you a bear hug? :innocent:

[ManDownUnder]

Really truly I do not have the nerve ,I Imagine it to be like ice skating on wheels.


Um. Let us just bear in mind that many of the "learner" type bikes have tyres as standard that are very shitty in the wet.

Each quote supporting the other.

Blondini, riding in the rain is actually fine, but you need the tyres that can handle it. As Ixion so eloquently pointed out.... yours need some attention. You're probably better off speaking to someone relatively new to riding about their perception of what to learn (KeyStone comes to mind).

The lessons to be learned will be fresh for them - they'll recall what to learn and do whereas I can't remember all the stuff to be learned - most of it goes on instinct now.

[M1CRO]

Wont be able to make it this afternoon sorry.. Have had the last few days off work and am still not 100%... Have fun :)

[Big Dog]

Each quote supporting the other.

Blondini, riding in the rain is actually fine, but you need the tyres that can handle it. As Ixion so eloquently pointed out.... yours need some attention. You're probably better off speaking to someone relatively new to riding about their perception of what to learn (KeyStone comes to mind).

The lessons to be learned will be fresh for them - they'll recall what to learn and do whereas I can't remember all the stuff to be learned - most of it goes on instinct now.

I thought Frosty talked the Blondini gang into getting new tyres on the mini after the first stopping on a chocolate practice night?

[Lteejay]

I hope it stops raining or I am too chicken:yes:

Same here mate.

[Ixion]

It has stopped raining.

[Blondini]

Each quote supporting the other.

Blondini, riding in the rain is actually fine, but you need the tyres that can handle it. As Ixion so eloquently pointed out.... yours need some attention. You're probably better off speaking to someone relatively new to riding about their perception of what to learn (KeyStone comes to mind).

The lessons to be learned will be fresh for them - they'll recall what to learn and do whereas I can't remember all the stuff to be learned - most of it goes on instinct now.

I have pirrellis(sp) the front one is three weeks old,I will do my best to be there If its fine I am definately there. If it rains i will do my best to get the nerve to be there ,but looks like it is clearing:yes: :sunny:

[slinky]

yeh i got a glimpse of the sun. might clear up.

[ManDownUnder]

I thought Frosty talked the Blondini gang into getting new tyres on the mini after the first stopping on a chocolate practice night?

oops - missed that little point


I have pirrellis(sp) the front one is three weeks old,I will do my best to be there If its fine I am definately there. If it rains i will do my best to get the nerve to be there ,but looks like it is clearing:yes: :sunny:

Good stuff re the tyres... riding in the wet is now a simple case of experience. are you are gaining confidence riding in the dry, start with a little bit of wet riding... little by little - things will click into place.

[Blondini]

[QUOTE] are you are gaining confidence riding in the dry, [QUOTE]
:yes: OOOOH yeah baby:yes: :yes:

[Lteejay]

Wahoo - I see the sun - yeah (first time out of office today - I work in basement - no windows :( )

[Disco Dan]

OK FOlKS...


RAIN OR SHINE THIS IS ON TODAY !

Part of learning to ride a bike is being able to ride in all conditions with confidence! So if it still looks like rain, bring your wet weather gear and lets get out there and practice!!!

[Lteejay]

If it is raining, I wont be able to come. I have only been on the road a few times and progressed to the motorway the other day with trepidation. I am a real newbie. I was happy enough to head west on the motorway today with an escort, but I am not at all keen to do this in the rain.
I figure if I make rules about not riding in the rain for the first wee while until I get road and bike experience under my belt, then I should stick to them. Gotta stay safe whilst I am new on the road (and of course when I'm an old fart to). I can move to wet riding when I have more confidence in my own ability on the bike.
If I'm not there - have lots of fun.

[Big Dog]

OK FOlKS...


RAIN OR SHINE THIS IS ON TODAY !

Part of learning to ride a bike is being able to ride in all conditions with confidence! So if it still looks like rain, bring your wet weather gear and lets get out there and practice!!!

The only "bikers" on this site that have never had to ride home in the wet on a supposedly fine day are either not real bikers (also known and fair weather riders), or they only ride in countries that don't have rain.
I have gone out in blue skies only to get rained on in ten minutes.
My knees are getting better at telling the weather but I still go prepared for anything.
Many was the shirt ruined by wearing leather in rain that fell unexpectedly.

[$CENSLS1$]

Awsome idea guys and gals, I will DEFINATLY be along to one of these once I get up and going.When will the next one be?(I can't make it to the 10th of Jan one unfortunatly)
Is there any charge for the services of the tutors?I'm guessing not?Maybe a cold one once we get back to Ms Qs would be payment enough?

Good thinking people, looking forward to the next one :rockon:

[Big Dog]

I figure if I make rules about not riding in the rain for the first wee while until I get road and bike experience under my belt, then I should stick to them.
If that is the rule you set for yourself good for you sticking to you guns.
If you want to be pillioned out to see what these things are about pm me before 5:30.

[Maha]

- I work in basement - no windows


Yes Mistress, maha is naughty.........:spanking:

[ManDownUnder]

Yes Mistress, maha is naughty.........:spanking:

No mistress, that basball bat to the back of the head isn't needed...

[Lteejay]

Yes Mistress, maha is naughty.........:spanking:

Dont you make me come over there :nono: ......its always worse


No mistress, that basball bat to the back of the head isn't needed...

Some people dont respond well to knocking the sense into them, even with a baseball bat. Oh well, there are other ways :shit:

[Disco Dan]

If it is raining, I wont be able to come. I have only been on the road a few times and progressed to the motorway the other day with trepidation. I am a real newbie. I was happy enough to head west on the motorway today with an escort, but I am not at all keen to do this in the rain.
I figure if I make rules about not riding in the rain for the first wee while until I get road and bike experience under my belt, then I should stick to them. Gotta stay safe whilst I am new on the road (and of course when I'm an old fart to). I can move to wet riding when I have more confidence in my own ability on the bike.
If I'm not there - have lots of fun.

Ok Lteejay, I would recommend taking up the offer of pillion to come check us out.... you can still take it in...


The only "bikers" on this site that have never had to ride home in the wet on a supposedly fine day are either not real bikers (also known and fair weather riders), or they only ride in countries that don't have rain.
I have gone out in blue skies only to get rained on in ten minutes.
My knees are getting better at telling the weather but I still go prepared for anything.
Many was the shirt ruined by wearing leather in rain that fell unexpectedly.

Yes, its best to always be prepared!


Awsome idea guys and gals, I will DEFINATLY be along to one of these once I get up and going.When will the next one be?(I can't make it to the 10th of Jan one unfortunatly)
Is there any charge for the services of the tutors?I'm guessing not?Maybe a cold one once we get back to Ms Qs would be payment enough?

Good thinking people, looking forward to the next one :rockon:

No charge, I organised this to help new riders learn from 'older' more experienced riders. The better we become at our craft the safer we become and utimatley more enjoyment we get.

Im sure the mentors would appreciate a beer :innocent: although past weeks, some have got hugs and 'man kisses'. A little disturbing but yeah we aim to have fun!!

[Disco Dan]

Its only "damp" ...far from being wet... :done:

[Lteejay]

If that is the rule you set for yourself good for you sticking to you guns.
If you want to be pillioned out to see what these things are about pm me before 5:30.

Thanks anyway BigDog. I think I will sit this one out. It just wont be the same without my bike. There are plenty of other nights I can come out. Just wanted to say a big cheers to those who organise these nights and who do the teaching - I think they are an awesome idea. A bit of bling for you disco dan.

[Blondini]

Ok ok ok :yes: I will be brave then...see you all tonight then :done:

[Lteejay]

Ok ok ok :yes: I will be brave then...see you all tonight then :done:

Good on ya, have fun. Maybe see you on the next one.

[Disco Dan]

Nice and dry now... hehe

...just gotta get the oil off my tyre after I ran over some spilt oil in my garage... flipping eck... :innocent:

[Big Dog]

Nice and dry now... hehe

...just gotta get the oil off my tyre after I ran over some spilt oil in my garage... flipping eck... :innocent:

Rub in some dish liquid, leave for 5-10 minutes hose off. Job done.

Dish liquid is a mild degreaser that does not eat rubber.

Spray on degreasers eat rubber if left in place too long.

[Disco Dan]

Rub in some dish liquid, leave for 5-10 minutes hose off. Job done.

Dish liquid is a mild degreaser that does not eat rubber.

Spray on degreasers eat rubber if left in place too long.

Cheers, put it on centre stand and span wheel with hose on it... should be sweet now..

off to go fill up with gas... and check out the car park...

See you all there ! 6.30 !

[oldguy]

If it is raining, I wont be able to come. I have only been on the road a few times and progressed to the motorway the other day with trepidation. I am a real newbie. I was happy enough to head west on the motorway today with an escort, but I am not at all keen to do this in the rain.
I figure if I make rules about not riding in the rain for the first wee while until I get road and bike experience under my belt, then I should stick to them. Gotta stay safe whilst I am new on the road (and of course when I'm an old fart to). I can move to wet riding when I have more confidence in my own ability on the bike.If I'm not there - have lots of fun.

Your going about it the right way, confidence is the key, before you move to the next.

[Blondini]

To all of you that were there...Thanks It was another good learning night,I just get a little nervous trying to perform to the crowds:yes: Glad the rain stayed away even though I spent the afternoon psyching(sp) myself for the rain:sunny: Thank you MACKTHEKNIFE great cones and hope you heal well:yes: Thanks CaN you two are awesome (especially impressed with christine on the hayabusa great to see) thanks and Disco dan:gob: :dodge: Ummm shall I let someone else tell your story aye :love: Ixion and crashe...Thanks sorry ixion I was trying to keep up just ran out of throttle there still practicing kicking into lower gears to get back with you :yes: Big dog :woohoo: And all of you Pity the night was short.Man downunder thanks for checking on us and FROSTY our thoughts to you..And I think we will have a couple more signing on after tonight.....The KBers are spreading the love.To anyone I did not mention hahahaha sorry did not get all your names..big loves to you all and morcs I hope you feel better:love:You are all in my heart:love:

[Big Dog]

(especially impressed with christine on the hayabusa great to see)
Goes to show how much I have to learn. I think i might need to do a few more of these exercises!!!

Any one can ride fast, that does not impress me, some of the skills shown by the other mentors has reminded me that I need to stop and take the time to relearn the basics. I might just be seen frequenting a few carparks in coming weeks.

Dan, :gob: I think you should tell the story before someone else does.

[Disco Dan]

A big thanks to all who came and helped out, and great to see heaps of people willing to get out there and learn some life saving skills! Good to see some new faces this week!

Special thanks to Mack, Noel, Christine and Crashe !


Disco dan:gob: :dodge: Ummm shall I let someone else tell your story aye :love:



Dan, :gob: I think you should tell the story before someone else does.

Right.... well no blimin guesses for what I managed to do.... :innocent:

Taking off in small groups for a short ride, after first group left I was told to lead the next group... *MISTAKE* ...first intersection... went wrong way, but managed to stay with group and rectify. Next one... indicated left.. went right.. everyone went left, my goup and I right... we got lost... ended up turning back... then I could smell burning rubber... stopped to find my front mudguard had bent downwards and rubbing on tyre... geesh... limped back to westgate... ...then ontop of all that, I see a past 'one-night-stand' sitting having a drink with some of her friends at miss q's.... that was a minty moment... thankfully she did not have the guts to come over!

let the jokes and sniggers begin.......

[slinky]

Cheers Mack and Noel for running the exercises and giving your advice, and to the C of CaN for helping out and showing us all up in the demonstrations.
and thanks Big Dog for all of your help and advice.

[ManDownUnder]

then ontop of all that, I see a past 'one-night-stand' sitting having a drink with some of her friends at miss q's.... that was a minty moment... thankfully she did not have the guts to come over!

let the jokes and sniggers begin.......

I'd love to joke - snigger too... but wtf are yuou talking about?

Who where what???

[slinky]

I'd love to joke - snigger too... but wtf are yuou talking about?

Who where what???

apparently he gets lost alot?? so everyone was just laughing and joking that he would get lost when doing that small redhill road.
to begin with, he indicated the wrong way at the round about. but i corrected him and we went the right way. (he was in front)
then we turned left opposite old north.
next road we need to turn left on you dont really turn left, you go straight, or you vear right to stay on the road your one (we wnat to go left)
so he indicates left, but still goes right? we all go right.
and yeh.....

[Disco Dan]

I'd love to joke - snigger too... but wtf are yuou talking about?

Who where what???

Yeah a bird that I picked up bout 4 months ago was sitting having drinks at miss q's ! ...it was a "coyote-ugly" moment - "I'd rather chew off my own arm than risk waking her". Im sure she had almost doubled in size since I last saw her! ...but I was very drunk :innocent:

[crashe]

Yeah a bird that I picked up bout 4 months ago was sitting having drinks at miss q's ! ...it was a "coyote-ugly" moment - "I'd rather chew off my own arm than risk waking her". Im sure she had almost doubled in size since I last saw her! ...but I was very drunk :innocent:

If you were very drunk.......... are you really sure it was her then?


And if it was her........ then................



Ummmmmmmmmm did you get LOST doing it with her...... or did you manage to find your way........
(pt)








Sorry mate but you have left yourself open for that joke.

[Disco Dan]

If you were very drunk.......... are you really sure it was her then?
And if it was her........ then................
Ummmmmmmmmm did you get LOST doing it with her...... or did you manage to find your way........
(pt)

Meh, cant remember but I had to change my cell phone number after she started 'stalking' me, turning up to my house and following me etc... glad to be rid of that one.

[Morcs]

Many thanks to all, although I didnt participate, i did pickup some valuable pointers, and especially for Mak, who made me realise a few things.

Dan did you get home alrite last night? surely you couldnt have got lost.... there was only 2 intersections to navigate... :)

[slinky]

Many thanks to all, although I didnt participate, i did pickup some valuable pointers, and especially for Mak, who made me realise a few things.

Dan did you get home alrite last night? surely you couldnt have got lost.... there was only 2 intersections to navigate... :)

well............he screwed up the 1st navigation when we went on the ride... and yeh, 1 comes before 2

[Big Dog]

I see a past 'one-night-stand' sitting having a drink with some of her friends at miss q's.... that was a minty moment... thankfully she did not have the guts to come over!

let the jokes and sniggers begin.......
Didn't have the guts or had the brains?

[Big Dog]

Spray on degreasers eat rubber if left in place too long.
In case some of the people on this thread did not already know, Pretty much all aerosol or silicon products are bad for tyres.
Even tyre shine will reduce your grip. If you put it on your tyres I would not recommend riding in the rain until it dulls.
When it rains the silicon runs down into your tread.
Aerosols contain chemicals that can change the properties of the rubber currently on the surface.
Most modern rubber contains petroleum products (or synthetic compounds with similar properties). Putting a degreaser on it can cause faster wear, softer side walls and or reduced traction.
Should you feel the need to clean your tyres use a mild detergent and lots of water.
Yes you tyre picks up worse as you ride around, but there is no point in giving fate a helping hand.

[rmoyle]

hi i am new to this site just started riding and this sounds awsome how do i find out more. ???

[crashe]

hi i am new to this site just started riding and this sounds awsome how do i find out more. ???

welcome to KB..............
Keep watching this thread and on most wednesday nights...... at 6.30pm to 7pm head to the meet up point.

Can you get to Westgate's Shell petrol station as that is where we meet up.

[Disco Dan]

hi i am new to this site just started riding and this sounds awsome how do i find out more. ???

Hi Welcome to KB!

Have a look at the first page of this thread for info, if you want to know more feel free to PM me!

Hope to see you next wed!


:sunny:

Can we please have a mod clean up this thread? Chop it back to the first page or something?

[Blondini]

hi i am new to this site just started riding and this sounds awsome how do i find out more. ???

Hiya ...welcome :yes: See you soon.

[slinky]

In case some of the people on this thread did not already know, Pretty much all aerosol or silicon products are bad for tyres.
Even tyre shine will reduce your grip. If you put it on your tyres I would not recommend riding in the rain until it dulls.
When it rains the silicon runs down into your tread.
Aerosols contain chemicals that can change the properties of the rubber currently on the surface.
Most modern rubber contains petroleum products (or synthetic compounds with similar properties). Putting a degreaser on it can cause faster wear, softer side walls and or reduced traction.
Should you feel the need to clean your tyres use a mild detergent and lots of water.
Yes you tyre picks up worse as you ride around, but there is no point in giving fate a helping hand.

watabout chain lube/gel

[ICE180]

see ya next wwednesday 17th

[Big Dog]

watabout chain lube/gel
Paper towel will get the bulk off, splash of dish liquid will sort the rest. I'm not sure how good or bad but not keen to take the risk.

[Blondini]

see ya next wwednesday 17th
ok see you:yes:

[ICE180]

Sorry but One less newbe due to work .
you might get to have a fish yet ?????

[white belt]

Work is looking good - so see everyone there, this wednesday. Sounds like there is more and more newbies coming - the good word is spreading

[Disco Dan]

After a bad encounter with this website, I will continue to run this weekly event for new riders. I wont however tolorate any more abuse.


On a lighter note, good to see some new riders coming through and keen to improve their skills! Great to see!


See you all on wednesday.

[Disco Dan]

SIGN UP FOR TOMORROWS (17th) MEET HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1126&day=2007-1-17&)

[Morcs]

Ill be there, most likely pass you lot at the Shell on my way home, ill give you all a toot of my stebel as i go past :)

Then most likely meet at the carpark. Ill probably participate this week, I can now do the counter steering weave like a pro ;)

[The Stranger]

We wont be there tomorrow night (17th). Got important things like meetings and getting nails back filled etc.

[boomer]

After a bad encounter with this website, I will continue to run this weekly event for new riders. I wont however tolorate any more abuse.


oooo00000oooooh... toleration levels depleated?

*wheres teh bloody smily with a handbag when ya need one

[Big Dog]

I'm moving house tommorow but i will be there at some point.

[slinky]

I'm moving house tommorow but i will be there at some point.

post if ur not going to be there at all. cus il be bringing the old 250 to show you it, but if your not gona be there then id rather bring my own

[Ixion]

I'll not be there, BRONZ committee night.

[Big Dog]

post if ur not going to be there at all. cus il be bringing the old 250 to show you it, but if your not gona be there then id rather bring my own

Probably will not be able to post tomorrow but will be there at some point.

[The Stranger]

I'll not be there, BRONZ committee night.

Um, sorry, no BRONZ committee meeting in January. Usually lots of people away in December and January.

[Ixion]

Oh, goodoh. In that case I may be there.

[Macktheknife]

Sorry guys can't make it tonight! Have a good one anyway.

[Blondini]

Sorry I won't be there tonight.

[Lteejay]

Sorry I won't be there tonight.

Oh. Maybe I'll see you another time then.

[Disco Dan]

Hey folks, again the offer is there if anyone needs an escort to westgate tonight?

Just PM me or one of the mentors!

[Lteejay]

Hey folks, again the offer is there if anyone needs an escort to westgate tonight?

Just PM me or one of the mentors!

Thanks for the offer. Ixion will escort me today. See you out there.

[Disco Dan]

....hope someone brings cones again ;)


:scooter:


:scooter:


:scooter:

[MacD]

No cones sorry, but I'll be there with my L-plater again. See you later.

[crashe]

Oh I suppose I had best get all my bike gear out........
and head up there as well........

[WickedOne]

Hey folks, again the offer is there if anyone needs an escort to westgate tonight?

Just PM me or one of the mentors!

That is assuming you would find them bro!!!!

[crashe]

That is assuming you would find them bro!!!!

It should be read like this: That is assuming you COULD find them bro!!!!

[Kittyhawk]

Hiya, sorry to leave you guys out on the ride, but Crashe informed me I had no headlight so called it an end there. Hope it all went well and that everyone enjoyed themselves.

Discovered my dash wouldnt light up at all - this caused an indicator problem so I didnt know I had left my indicators on (sorry Crashe!)

I got to the lights at an intersection back in Panmure, and the headlight and indicator lights all came back on on the dash. I could have kicked the bike over and walked off I was that annoyed lol.

So my bike is goin into hospital to get repaired tommorow as Im hanging out for a proper ride before Sunday.

See ya all there next week with legwarmers on this time! Im convinced they bring me good luck coz when I dont have them on things go wrong with my bike hehehe:yes:

[Disco Dan]

Great stuff folks, was really good to see lots of new faces again and starting to get some regulars now which is fantastic!

We will be starting to push the limits of those who have been coming each week and have mastered the basics - taking you aside and taking you through into some slightly more challenging stuff, although still keeping within your limits of course!

Those that come for the first time and/or still need more practice can continue with the basics.

Hopefully the carpark is closed off for us again everyweek!! that was great!!

Thanks to all those that gave up their time to teach and everyone for making it a another great teaching session!!


See you all next wednesday!!!

[vagrant]

Good effort tonight by both Mentors and Mentees. I enjoyed meeting some new faces.
The mufti cop that passed us on the outside of the KFC roundabout was a bit of a surprise! Did anyone see where he came from?
The guy he got on the Harley was not going fast, we were certainly catching him pretty quickly. In fact I thought he was after me!
I guess the Patch was acting like a cop attractant.
I will see some of you tomorrow for the Thursday ride, and the rest next Wednesday.

[deathstar]

well i was on the red gt behind and yeah i literally saw the lights go on as we got on the roundabout and then boom he got the harley and no he wasn't going faster then me which was like 75 ... think he might of been trying to catch weasel for the excessive noise from the exhaust but god knows might of been speeding all along the motorway or some crap ... good to meet you all and although i stayed up this time tune in for another exciting episode of "bikes fall down"

[Karma]

mufti car? didn't see a thing :S

[Disco Dan]

Lteejay

Good to meet ya, dont tell crashe I think your hot ;) Ive been told to 'stay away' hehe


....better go study now... got uni in the morning!

See you all next wednesday!!

[Karma]

Good to meet ya, dont tell crashe I think your hot ;) Ive been told to 'stay away' hehe


Is she single? If she is then she ain't your type...

[Disco Dan]

Is she single? If she is then she ain't your type...

na prob not :innocent:

[Karma]

Well if she's single, I call dibs, if not, you can take a shot ;)

[Kittyhawk]

:Punk::shutup:

[Littleman]

Good effort tonight by both Mentors and Mentees. I enjoyed meeting some new faces.
The mufti cop that passed us on the outside of the KFC roundabout was a bit of a surprise! Did anyone see where he came from?
The guy he got on the Harley was not going fast, we were certainly catching him pretty quickly. In fact I thought he was after me!
I guess the Patch was acting like a cop attractant.
I will see some of you tomorrow for the Thursday ride, and the rest next Wednesday.


It was nice of our Head Hunter friend to run interference for us wasn't it?

[Blondini]

nothing ................................................

[crashe]

Boys boys boys.......... she is taken...... by a huge big man.
So let her be.

I did warn her in advance, that you boys would be like this, as soon as you saw her. :rofl:



Disco_Dan stop drooling..............

[Kittyhawk]

Good call Crashe! What will we do with these boys...... the mind does wonder.:innocent:

Should get them to make a nice pot of tea and have a chat over their womenly issues - Im sure we will put them right. mwwhaahaahaa

[Gremlin]

Should get them to make a nice pot of tea and have a chat over their womenly issues
You may want tea, but considering I don't drink it, nor have I a clue how to make it... perhaps its best you get back in the kitchen? :dodge:

How big a man crashe? Can I set a weasel on him? :rockon:

Good to see the learners getting out and enjoying themselves...

[Disco Dan]

Boys boys boys.......... she is taken...... by a huge big man. So let her be. I did warn her in advance, that you boys would be like this, as soon as you saw her. :rofl: Disco_Dan stop drooling..............

Mwuahahaha! ...my works here is done :innocent: :innocent: :innocent: ...just living up to my reputation crashe ;)

(Im a big man too but I dont go around telling everyone! :shutup:)

[ManDownUnder]

General observation from the braking line practice. There were some startling improvements made by a couple of you guys (LTeejay, and the guy on the GN come to mind). Really pushing it and hauling it up just nicely.

Very impressed with the speed of improvement but it tells me you're still in the learning phase - i.e. when you practice you get it right after a couple of goes.

A few more miles etc and guys will be stopping quick and safe every time - the way it should be. But don't rely on it. Good stopping ability does not translate to an entitlement to follow cars closer than previously. Braking in the wet is a different beast to be mastered also.

You need to get to the point of doing it right, first time, on instinct. Get yourself past the "FARRRRK - WADDOIDO" and into the process of find the safest out, brake/manoevre and avoid it.


Those that are getting good on the braking side next to start heading toward the latter

[Lteejay]

Good to meet ya, dont tell crashe I think your hot ;) Ive been told to 'stay away' hehe


....better go study now... got uni in the morning!

See you all next wednesday!!

:o shucks. What a nice boy. Nice to meet you to DiscoDan


Well if she's single, I call dibs, if not, you can take a shot ;)

:shutup: ***mumbles to herself whilst looking for closest hiding hole*** Aha - behind big boyfriend (I'm sure boyfriend is now a big fan of yours crashe :) )


Should get them to make a nice pot of tea and have a chat over their womenly issues - Im sure we will put them right. mwwhaahaahaa

Would be like hitting head against wall. Energy must be saved for riding :rockon: . Nice to meet ya last night.


Anyways - great to meet everyone last night: Ixion, Crashe (again), Kittyhawk, Disco dan, Mandownunder, Tide, Jacko2, johnnyrotten, bigdog and all the rest. Not good with names, so will have missed a few.
Ixion - thanks so much for escorting me out there.

Think you experienced guys are awesome for getting out there and putting energy into showing us new guys a few tricks (wheelies next :shutup: )

Lots of firsts last night - first country road and first night drive home (nearly first ride in rain to, but glad it didnt come to that).

Lots to practise and think about. Thanks to all - awesome night.

[Morcs]

Yep it was a good night, im pleased that I learnt a few things too.

See Ya'll at Westgate tonight, the Bandito needs to stretch its legs...

[Karma]

Boys boys boys.......... she is taken...... by a huge big man.
So let her be.


My apologies then, over to you Disco...

[Disco Dan]

My apologies then, over to you Disco...

"athankyou" ahem... righto then!

:corn: :corn: :corn: :corn: :drinknsin :drinknsin :drinkup: :drinkup:

[Lteejay]

My apologies then, over to you Disco...


"athankyou" ahem... righto then!

:corn: :corn: :corn: :corn: :drinknsin :drinknsin :drinkup: :drinkup:

LMFAO - Weasel, your a big man to step aside. What manners you have :done:

[Karma]

LMFAO - Weasel, your a big man to step aside. What manners you have :done:


Yeh, hooking up is hard enough as it is, why introduce other (boyfriend) factors into the equation.

[Jacko2]

Learnt so much, thank-you to mentors.

[Morcs]

LMFAO - Weasel, your a big man to step aside. What manners you have

*Morcs arrives on the scene*

How u doin LTJ? ;)

:yeah:

[Jonny Rotten]

Yeh, hooking up is hard enough as it is, why introduce other (boyfriend) factors into the equation.

your lucky man.... i get winged at for ridding to much... i would lend you my missus but she does my washing and pairs up my socks........so ill put up with the winging

[WickedOne]

your lucky man.... i get winged at for ridding to much... i would lend you my missus but she does my washing and pairs up my socks........so ill put up with the winging

Think it's time for you to change your bike in your profile buddy!!!

[Disco Dan]

Alrighty folks, time for my 'devine intervention' - we all know LTJ is dam fine, and shes taken ra ra ra... so back to topic now all you hormonal lads! (PS - PM'd you my phone number ltj :yes: )

I always forget... women have whore-moans and men, men-moans? :innocent:


Right, so who has some suggestions for next week then? Anything you all feel you need extra help/practice with? Something we have forgotten? Feedback time!!

[The Stranger]

Right, so who has some suggestions for next week then? Anything you all feel you need extra help/practice with? Something we have forgotten? Feedback time!!

Ok, maybe not so exciting, but how about we include a classroom/question and answer session. There is much noob information which can be covered off.

Positioning, awareness, cornering and lines, braking theory, pre ride checks, etc etc etc.

[Jonny Rotten]

Think it's time for you to change your bike in your profile buddy!!!

nah lets just leave it as a suprise hahaha.... do you think wheelies past an ambulance is bad karma.......the ambo driver gave me the thumbs up

[Disco Dan]

Ok, maybe not so exciting, but how about we include a classroom/question and answer session. There is much noob information which can be covered off.

Positioning, awareness, cornering and lines, braking theory, pre ride checks, etc etc etc.

I like it, I can supply a white board but not sure of a suitable venue?

[Lteejay]

Ok, maybe not so exciting, but how about we include a classroom/question and answer session. There is much noob information which can be covered off.

Positioning, awareness, cornering and lines, braking theory, pre ride checks, etc etc etc.

Sounds good to me

[Disco Dan]

This week CaN has kindly offered his expertise and will be talking to us on the 'theory' side of things. Still going to have lots of practical hands on time, but with some 'classroom time' in the mix too this week! Arnt we lucky!

This is a great oppurtunity folks to really learn some new skills and concepts of riding and even those that have been riding for some time will benifit from being reminded of some of the basics.

Meeting same place - Westgate Shell Petrol Station

And again, if anyone is nervous about riding to venue please dont hesitate to PM me and I will organise a friendly Mentor to escort you there!


Sign in for this weeks meeting HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1131&day=2007-1-24&)

[white belt]

Sounds great - I will be there.:rockon:

[placidfemme]

hmmm... Dunno if I can make this one... but I'll keep an eye on this thread for the next one...

[ManDownUnder]

Ok, maybe not so exciting, but how about we include a classroom/question and answer session. There is much noob information which can be covered off.

Positioning, awareness, cornering and lines, braking theory, pre ride checks, etc etc etc.

Tis a good idea. Something else I would like to suggest for general discussion - put a newbie on the back of a mentor's bike to look at lines etc. It's not a high speed romp, but a quick and practical example of what to do, how it feels etc.

[Lteejay]

Tis a good idea. Something else I would like to suggest for general discussion - put a newbie on the back of a mentor's bike to look at lines etc. It's not a high speed romp, but a quick and practical example of what to do, how it feels etc.

Think this is a brilliant idea. Would like to feel how smooth the gear changes are on a bike with an experienced rider - always good to compare and see how far mine can improve.

[ManDownUnder]

Think this is a brilliant idea. Would like to feel how smooth the gear changes are on a bike with an experienced rider - always good to compare and see how far mine can improve.

Yes although you would also be fooled by the different machine (bigger bikes may well be smoother and "feel better" generally because of the bigger weight and more power etc.

Going two up on a medium sized machine (400?) might be the answer

[Karma]

Going two up on a medium sized machine (400?) might be the answer

Do any mentors ride a bike that size? Not that I saw last week.

[ManDownUnder]

Do any mentors ride a bike that size? Not that I saw last week.

ok then a 600...(don't make problems - gimme solutions...)

[crashe]

Do any mentors ride a bike that size? Not that I saw last week.

Frosty - What ever bikes he owns that week.
CaN - 1100 and 1300
MDU - 900
Ixion - Different bikes but bigger than 400
Disco_Dan - 250
Johnny Rotten - ummmm still getting used to his brand new bike.
BigDog - 1300
Me - 250

Thats just naming a few mentors.............................

Yep they are either much bigger or smaller.

Oh and I dont take pillions either.

[ManDownUnder]

Do any mentors ride a bike that size? Not that I saw last week.




Thats just naming a few mentors.............................

Yep they are either much bigger or smaller.

Oh and I dont take pillions either.

Ahh well - that's that decided then. It has to be on a bigger bike. Easy peasy. We look for the lines being taken, and ignore the other aspects of the ride.

Edit - it's best done after the theory class me thinks...!

[Disco Dan]

will i get pulled over/fall over if i strap a 1mtr square whiteboard to my back? meh, will give it a go... lighter than a pillion but more "sail-like" in shape... :sick:

Fantastic folks! Jus luv the way this is developing!

[ManDownUnder]

will i get pulled over/fall over if i strap a 1mtr square whiteboard to my back? meh, will give it a go... lighter than a pillion but more "sail-like" in shape... :sick:

Fantastic folks! Jus luv the way this is developing!

Pulled over - dunno.

Fall over? Possibly. Don't underestimate the strength of the wind. A mate of mine was on the back of my bike and we were carrying a shelf from A to B (scavanging as students do).

Not pretty, and damned hard work. I'd stay off the Motorway for sure...

[white belt]

Tis a good idea. Something else I would like to suggest for general discussion - put a newbie on the back of a mentor's bike to look at lines etc. It's not a high speed romp, but a quick and practical example of what to do, how it feels etc.

Great idea, I have been lucky enough to ride on the back of Qkchk and Vagrant and it was great. Qkchk for a faster ride and Vagrant for last weeks slow ride. I learnt something from each one. It is amazing how smooth it can be.

One point to remember - before I learnt to ride, I thought nothing of it to jump on the back but now it is quite scary.:sick:

[Ixion]

will i get pulled over/fall over if i strap a 1mtr square whiteboard to my back? meh, will give it a go... lighter than a pillion but more "sail-like" in shape... :sick:

Fantastic folks! Jus luv the way this is developing!

Don't try it on your back! The wind effect could be nasty. Put it on the footpeg on one side between your leg and the tanbk, then tie/bungy it in place. I've carried large sheets of building material that way

[Morcs]

mmm good riding with a pillion is something id like to learn, ive done it for short stretches, but manoevering at very low speeds is a bit tricky.

[ManDownUnder]

One point to remember - before I learnt to ride, I thought nothing of it to jump on the back but now it is quite scary.:sick:


Thanks for that.

Something I think we need to establish early on that this is an info exchange. If you can teach me something - or point out something... do it. I may be a mentor but I'm far from perfect and quite happy to learn anytime

Nigel

[Karma]

Don't piss into the wind

[Blondini]

I can probably arrange a venue close by that would let us use their club rooms if we behave and they would expect the bar to be used?disco?CaN?Let me know soonish and I will do my best to sort it,also drink prices cheaper.:yes: Coffee available also.:sunny:

[Morcs]

Don't piss into the wind

Speaking from experience is always the way to go! :innocent:

[Disco Dan]

We have a venue sorted now - this will be revealed on the day. Meet at westgate as usual and after a quick discussion from mentors - slow group ride to venue, which is not very far away (5 min).

Refreshements will be provided.

im unscrewing the white board now... gorden bennit! im gunna look crackers riding along with a whit board on the side of my bike... meh... should be a laugh...

[Kittyhawk]

I was pillion for the first time on last weeks Thurs night ride thanks to Mandownunder and I can say it was awesome!! Watching how another rider takes lines etc I learnt alot. Also learnt how different my style is compared to his. I was scared at first because I have always ridden and taken passengers but never the other way around.

Recommend this idea highly!!

[Big Dog]

hmmm... Dunno if I can make this one... but I'll keep an eye on this thread for the next one...
Come out and play.

[Chisanga]

Is anyone welcome to come along to this? And is it still starting at 6.30pm? Might be hard to get all the away across from East Auckland but I might give it a go :)

[Ixion]

All are welcome. Assembly is 6:30 for 7 start. I come in from Wiri, it's not too bad if you don't mind splitting.

[Lteejay]

im gunna look crackers riding along with a whit board on the side of my bike... meh... should be a laugh...

Put some advertising on that baby and earn some dollars. Hehe - suggestions? :innocent:

[Karma]

Might be hard to get all the away across from East Auckland but I might give it a go :)

Easy as really... the traffic on the NW can be a bit of a pain, but other than that.

How far east are you?

[Chisanga]

Easy as really... the traffic on the NW can be a bit of a pain, but other than that.

How far east are you?

Bucklands Beach. Probably take over an hour to get there I would think. Back roads may be quicker than motorways at that time?

[Disco Dan]

WEDNESDAY 24th-

Venue confirmed:

I have just secured our venue for tomorrows meeting, we will meet at shell westgate as usual then follow me as a group to a tavern up the road where we have our own bar and our own big carpark to practice in for the evening. There is a large outside area with picnic benches next to our carpark so very handy find!

If you need an escort to westgate PM me and I will organise it.

If you are really nervous/far away you are welcome to bring your cage and sit in on the lesson from CaN and others - but then how will you practice on your bike in our special carpark? :innocent:

Food will be available until 8pm and we will have our own bar for refreshments.

This is a great opportunity to learn from the experience of others, and you can never get enough training!


Again if you are attending this please follow this link and subscribe - so I can make sure there is enough seating for everyone. (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1131&day=2007-1-24&)

[The Stranger]

then follow me as a group to a tavern up the road


Are you sure this is such a good idea?

[Karma]

Bucklands Beach. Probably take over an hour to get there I would think. Back roads may be quicker than motorways at that time?

Yeh that's a bit of extra distance, but still not too bad... I can do it from Glendowie in about 30mins, that's including the traffic on the NW.

Oh, and there isn't really a back road over there, well, not one that'd be quicker anyways...

[Chisanga]

Oh, and there isn't really a back road over there, well, not one that'd be quicker anyways...

I might just "borrow" my dad's GPS and set it to avoid motorways and then see what happens. Should finish work early so i'll just leave 2 hours beforehand :)

If you don't see me there I probably ended up in Kaitaia :shit:

[Karma]

Pssh... just head up the north western... if you leave a little later it clears up a little.

[Chisanga]

that might be the more sensible idea and therefore the one my brain will most probably reject first

[Jonny Rotten]

Are you sure this is such a good idea?


taverens are always a good idea........

[crashe]

then follow me as a group to a tavern up the road


Follow you to which tavern thou, that is the burning question.....
Kaitaia Tavern, Kerikeri Tavern, Kaukapakapa Tavern or even the Te Atatu Tavern????????

You know you get lost......... easily....... even when you have your map book and compass with you.

Perhaps you should let someone else lead everyone to the Tavern......






(pt)

[The Stranger]

taverens are always a good idea........
Agreed, however following Disco Dan anywhere is rarely a good idea.

[Jonny Rotten]

which taveren is it.... hopfully that one on the coatsville riverhead hight way the brew some good beer....

[Disco Dan]

which taveren is it....

Not telling. Want you lot to follow me to prove a point. Wont get lost.

[crashe]

Not telling. Want you lot to follow me to prove a point. Wont get lost.


Yeah Right ................ TUI advert....... :whistle:

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[Kittyhawk]

Hi guys, sorry unable to attend this time as it's my last day with the green girl. Sold her today, so going for one last blat.

Will be bikeless for a while as Im taking a break from riding. But will still be around and will come along in the cage to help out.

[Disco Dan]

18 people attending so far...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2007-1-24&e=1131&c=1

Looking great folks!

[Morcs]

I told ya a box of 18 would cover it ;)

:shutup:

[Disco Dan]

we got a bar now so save ya box for later ;)

[Chaosmage]

18 people attending so far...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2007-1-24&e=1131&c=1

Looking great folks!

I'll probably head along tonight Dan. I must be uber noob though as I haven't a clue how to enroll in an event.

[Disco Dan]

I'll probably head along tonight Dan. I must be uber noob though as I haven't a clue how to enroll in an event though.

maybe you broke it!!

Cool as, see you tonight!

[Chisanga]

Darn! Can't make it out to Westieville tonight :( Hope to be able to get out there and join you guys next week if it's on.

Have a good one :)

[vagrant]

I can't figure out how to register either, perhaps we can have a lesson on driving the website too!
For the record I will be bringing one other with me (if he can get his battery issues sorted in time)

Pillioning would be something good to look at as well, both pillioner and being a pillionee. Its very scary riding a bike with a new pillion on the back, perhaps more so if they mostly ride up front. Their perception of the bikes position and speed can be quite different.
I had a serious crash quite a few years back, caused by my pillion deciding we were turning too hard for the corner, and leaning out to correct it!:angry: Needless to say we didn't get round the corner, and destroyed a little old ladies prize roses.:gob:
Broke the bike, broke my foot, just about got killed by said little old lady.
Turns out John had never ever been on the back of a bike. He didn't say, and I didn't ask. I assumed that because he had been riding for a couple of years, he would be fine.
Lesson learnt the hard way.

See you all later tonight.

Vagrant

[vagrant]

A good turnout tonight, with a new venue on trial. As per, Dan got lost on the way, even driving a cage with a huge map on a white board. Who were you following again??
Thanks very much to CaN for leading a very informative discussion tonight.
We covered a lot of ground tonight, so don't be afraid to ask if didn't fully understand something we talked about.
Remember, there are no stupid questions! We are here to help, so just ask.:yes:
If you want some one on one coaching, or just someone to go riding with, throw one of the Mentors a PM or start a new thread in the events section.

See you out there.

Vagrant

[crashe]

Disco_Dan arrives at the tavern and tells us that he was following this rider there......
Um hello Dan you were the LEADER and supposed to be leading us all there. As you knew the way and wouldnt get LOST.

Poor Disco_Dan managed to loose everyone as well... as he took a very sudden change of direction at the very last minute almost running over a island.
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:



Oh well the rest of us, all had fun riding our own ride........... :whistle:




Oh for those wondering what was going on with me on Triangle Rd...... and why I was slowing down.......
All of a sudden I had no power...... I was changing gears and all sorts to try and sort it out..... even threw my hands up in the air "WTF".
Figured it out thou...... somehow my kill switch had gotten turned off......
once I turned it back on, I zoomed off again.....
I was a tad worried thou..... as I had just put in new fuel...
That had never happened to me before..... so no idea how it did that.

[Blondini]

Thanks Noel for your wisdom and the other more experienced riders too:yes: I have a lot to think about,and noel...when I said I am looking everywhere I did mean that i was using my perephial(sp) vision and being aware of all that is going on around:sunny: Thanks,so much to learn,,,I love it .Nice to see new faces and meet some more of you all:love: Tonight was a really good idea:done:

[Disco Dan]

Dan got lost on the way, even driving a cage with a huge map on a white board. Who were you following again??


Disco_Dan arrives at the tavern and tells us that he was following this rider there......
Um hello Dan you were the LEADER and supposed to be leading us all there. As you knew the way and wouldnt get LOST.

Poor Disco_Dan managed to loose everyone as well... as he took a very sudden change of direction at the very last minute almost running over a island.
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:



yeah yeah.... I know.... ....I got confused - got the roads mixed up and panicked... map was upside down and then Noel(?) turned left and I just went with him! Still managed to pull out in front of Crashe and the others in time to show you all where the pub was!


Great turnout folks! I am very pleased with how tonight went! Big thanks to Noel and everyone else for the words of wisdom and giving us all the benifit of your experiences!

I wont speak for Frosty, but when he's back from racing his "pink bits" around the track I will be asking him very nicely if he could show us all a few 'mechanical' tips - to keep our rides in top notch shape!

Will keep shaking this up, trying to keep it fresh and new while still being of benefit to 'real fresh virgin' newbs!

Deathstar, you too chicken too 9 1/2 today? :shutup:

[Littleman]

A good turnout tonight, with a new venue on trial. As per, Dan got lost on the way, even driving a cage with a huge map on a white board. Who were you following again??
Thanks very much to CaN for leading a very informative discussion tonight.
We covered a lot of ground tonight, so don't be afraid to ask if didn't fully understand something we talked about.
Remember, there are no stupid questions! We are here to help, so just ask.:yes:
If you want some one on one coaching, or just someone to go riding with, throw one of the Mentors a PM or start a new thread in the events section.

See you out there.

Vagrant


Was informative indeed. Alot to think about and practice.

I liked your idea of the 'workshop' and mechanical side of the bike albeit even if it is a basic one. Just enough to maybe pick up problems early like worn brake discs or just adjusting the bikes hand lever settings for an easier ride....yeah, that basic.

Little steps....

[crashe]

yeah yeah.... I know.... ....I got confused - got the roads mixed up and panicked... map was upside down and then Noel(?) turned left and I just went with him! Still managed to pull out in front of Crashe and the others in time to show you all where the pub was!


Noel was leading you along Royal Rd and down that side road onto Triangle Rd
so it was Noel leading US all to the pub, NOT you.


Actually the rest of all knew where the pub was...... and how to get there, without a map.........
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[Blondini]

A spanner night:yes: I would love to know how my bike works and how to keep it working and fix when needed if within my capabilities...My first oil changed freaked me even though I have done more complex work on cars,only because I know absolutely nothing about bikes except that I LOVE sports bikes no offence to anyone but thats my buzz.SO.....bring on the tools.:shutup:

[Big Dog]

Thanks for er, carrying the CaN?
Excellent night, nice to see even the "experienced" visibly having things click.

Can't remember who said it in what book but "The difference between a racing line and road line is that on a track there is a reasonable expectation that there is no-one coming the other way."

[Lteejay]

Once again another great night. Thanks to Noel for all the info, fantastic :yes:

Lesson learnt:take a look at my tyre pressure, hadn't even thought about it :shit:

[irishlad]

Thanks for organising the evening. Found it very useful. Now trying to look to horizon at all times. Will keep practising. Thanks Noel

[irishlad]

Also to say that Noel isn't a fat B. Because what'd that make the rest of us??

[Blondini]

Also to say that Noel isn't a fat B. Because what'd that make the rest of us??LOL I wondered the same thing.So many more questions I thought of since then ie riding in the wet..Tankslapping??????WTF?And sorry we were all rude bastards we should have let you eat your burger warm I have had guilts since...sorry noel we should have at least found you a microwave.:shutup:

[The Stranger]

LOL I wondered the same thing.So many more questions I thought of since then ie riding in the wet..Tankslapping??????WTF?And sorry we were all rude bastards we should have let you eat your burger warm I have had guilts since...sorry noel we should have at least found you a microwave.:shutup:

Thank you all for the kind comments.

Well, I ain't no racehorse, unless of course it is a Clydesdale race.
As for the food - not a problem at all, I got enough of it stored up to last a fair while.
Tankslapper, hopefully you wont need to know about this for a while, so we can cover that off next time.

[Ixion]

You will not EVER encounter a true tankslpper on an FXR150. In fact they are so rare nowdays that not many people have had one. And if you do there's not a lot you can do anyway. You either live. Or you die. Which, is in the capricious hands of the Biker Gods. Forget about them.

[Disco Dan]

You will not EVER encounter a true tankslpper on an FXR150. In fact they are so rare nowdays that not many people have had one. And if you do there's not a lot you can do anyway. You either live. Or you die. Which, is in the capricious hands of the Biker Gods. Forget about them.

Unless... your bike was naughty and threw you off... then you can slap your tank.




SUGGESTIONS FOR NEXT WEEK?

- On a postcard: PO Box Disco Dans Brain.


As discussed last week, we may go for a slow easy ride to Huia.


Insert feedback here.....

[Disco Dan]

Frosty, could you please do some 'pruning' of this thread.... lots of pages for people to read through!! 'ta' :sunny:

[Karma]

Practice sessions are one thing, but you can't beat some real world experience... I'd vote for a slowish ride somewheres.

[deathstar]

hmm 9 1/2 style Disco, had a 10 walking round work today in a bikini top but that was a different matter ... i wish i could ride properly

[M1CRO]

...they are so rare nowdays that not many people have had one...
Unless you do a few things wrong and create one yourself :innocent:

[vagrant]

Frosty, could you please do some 'pruning' of this thread.... lots of pages for people to read through!! 'ta' :sunny:

I agree, there is a fair bit to wade thru to catch up on discussions.
Perhaps we can get a new thread started up for 2007?

Vagrant

[Disco Dan]

I agree, there is a fair bit to wade thru to catch up on discussions.
Perhaps we can get a new thread started up for 2007?

Vagrant

Thanks for that, yes i was thinking about doing this...


NEW THREAD LOCATED HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?p=914641)